| Weeks | Topics |
| 1 |
Introduction to communication, the importance of communication for the individual and society
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| 2 |
communication definition, communication process and elements: Making sense of the communication process with the help of communication models
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| 3 |
Communication and culture relationship, communication and language relationship
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| 4 |
communication pyramid, definition of interpersonal communication, basic concepts of interpersonal communication
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| 5 |
The use of words in interpersonal communication, language and translanguage, messages and index structure
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| 6 |
Communication levels, presentation of self in communication
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| 7 |
Classification of interpersonal communication, its functions: concepts of verbal and nonverbal communication
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| 8 |
Midterm exam
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| 9 |
Effective communication, importance of listening in effective communication, communication barriers
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| 10 |
Elements to be considered while speaking in communication, characteristics of successful speakers
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| 11 |
The importance of positive thinking for successful and healthy communication
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| 12 |
The role of behavior and attitudes in communication: 3D (Emotion, thought, behavior)
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| 13 |
Communication strategies and problems in social life - communication between men and women
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| 14 |
Effective use of body language in interpersonal communication
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